Even though it’s a little early for Christmas, this just might get you in the mood to get out those decorations once again when the time comes. Last week, I went to a Christmas Open House at Silk in Design here in Birmingham and even though I had visited the shop before, it was a whole different look after those ladies got busy and took Christmas to a whole new level.
I mentioned to the friend I was with that my Christmas decor suddenly felt very inadequate. I think you’ll enjoy the tour. 
This greeted us at the front door. Isn’t it stunning? I can’t imagine how long this took to put together.
There were Christmas trees galore and all were amazingly decorated. My mouth was hanging open the whole time.
Over the doors, were simulated HUGE mantel displays. And believe me, around here, there are plenty of mantels this big. 
I would love to get this good at making bows and centerpieces.
Red and lime green are still very popular.
Lots of sparklies everywhere.
Cute, cute! I could have brought it all home. 
I’ve always loved these preserved boxwood wreaths.
And this faux JOY box was adorable.
Large sparkly bells.
These metal Christmas trees really caught my eye.
As well as these beaded cone trees and the reindeer. SO pretty!
Here’s the large iron tree again covered with glass hanging balls and it was just amazing.
A whole table of silver and mercury glass was hard to photograph, but I loved it all too.
Oooooh, Ahhhh!
Beautiful natural looking wreath.
There was SO much to take in. 
I loved the colors in this display.
Gorgeous!
I’m actually over in Atlanta this weekend, spending some time with my family and helping my sister do some decorating. She is really changing out a lot of things in her house and we’ve been doing it by email and phone. She has managed to get quite a few more pieces from Craigslist and I can’t wait to see all the things she has found. I’ll be sure to take lots of pics for you to see too. She’s excited about all the changes and progress. They just got new granite in their kitchen too and she ended up with the same color I got, Napoli.
Come back tomorrow for Part II.
Beautiful photos … I decorated for fall in late August because I couldn’t wait and now I can’t wait for Christmas. Your pictures make me that much more anxious!
All I can say is wow!
Very much looking forward to the holidays and part two of this open house!
I love that sage/plum combination with the antique gold. *Thinking about changing my tree* Thanks for the pictures, they’re really fun to look at.
I will definitely be visiting Silk in Design the next time I am in B’ham. Love the pics. Can’t wait for the showhouse!
I am also anxious to see your sister’s house. Have fun!
Oooh, I loved the tour…thanks soooo much for sharing…think I will start putting up my trees (I have four) the week before thanksgiving. Hope you have a great weekend with your sister.
Blessings,
Linda
Wow! Beautiful! I’m not quite ready for Christmas to be honest but I loved the pics. I’m going to hold on to Autumn for as long as possible though. 🙂
~Michelle
Gorgeous! Will you be taking pictures of your sister’s house???
How pretty! Lots of good ideas here.
Enjoy the time with your sister. I know that whatever your hands will do will be fabulous!
Becky
Oh, what a lovely shop! I would have gotten into a LOT of trouble there. I saw many things I liked.
Have fun with your sister. Can’t wait to see what changes you helped her make.
so pretty!
very inspiring…i especially love the boxwood wreaths!!
Oh my, what fabulous decorations. I think mine are definitely not up to that standard. Just gorgeous and what great inspiration. Hugs, Marty
Wow, I just love it!! I’m already in the mood for Christmas, so this just made it worse! 😉
Lord Have Mercy Rhoda!! I am so INSPIRED!!! I am going to HAVE to go to this place!!! I wonder what Steve would say if I started decorating for Christmas now. Too soon?
LOVE red and lime green! I incorporated a good bit of that into my decorations last year! Thanks for sharing this, and I cannot wait for Part II! Have fun helping your sister and take photos!!
Have a great weekend!
Lou Cinda 🙂
Oh that just makes me giddy! I cant wait to start my decorating!!! Thanks for the beautiful inspiration pics!
I love the above the door mantle! I am guessing those are brackets holding it up? Fabulous, whatever it is!
What wonderful pictures. I just hope with our move the end of next month that I can even have the time to decorate.
That is quite a compliment that your sister chose the same granite as you, they say that is the most sincere form of flattery.
Oh my word! What a joy it would be to visit this place in person. So much inspiration in their fantastic displays. Love it all and Love Christmas time!! More importantly, I love the reason for the season! Blessings!
Hi Rhoda,
I bet you felt like a kid in a candy store visiting this Open House! Thanks for taking us along with you. I’m glad I don’t live near this store because like you, I feel a need to change out all my decorations after seeing these stunning photos. TFS! Sheila
This place looks fantastic, Rhoda! I love looking at Christmas decorations and how they are used. I love that little elf fellow and the boxwood wreaths. Christmas time is my favorite time of year, but I’m good waiting to decorate for it for awhile. This is a good time, though, to maybe plan out what I’m going to do, what I may need to get, and where I’m going to put certain things {usual spot or somewhere new this year}.